PECB Certified ISO 18788 Foundation (EN)
Become acquainted with the best practices of Security Operations Management System (SOMS) based on ISO 18788
Certification exam: Included (12 months eligibility) + retake option |
Become acquainted with the best practices of Security Operations Management System (SOMS) based on ISO 18788
Certification exam: Included (12 months eligibility) + retake option |
If you want to learn more about the training, check out the official training brochure!
The ISO 18788 Foundation training enables you to learn the basic elements to implement and manage a Security Operations Management System (SOMS) as specified by ISO 18788. During this training course, you will be able to understand the different modules of a SOMS, including the SOMS policy, legal requirements/implications, risk assessment, management commitment, internal audit, management review and continual improvement.
After completing this course, you can sit for the exam and apply for a “PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 18788 Foundation” certificate. A PECB Foundation Certificate shows that you have understood the fundamental methodologies, requirements, framework and management approach.
The exam fully meets the requirements of the PECB Examination and Certificate Programme. It covers the following competency domains:
For specific information about exam type, languages available, and other details, please visit the List of PECB Exams and the Examination Rules and Policies.
After successfully completing the exam, you can apply for the credential shown on the table below.
For more information, please refer to the Certification Rules and Policies.
The certificate requirements for the ISO 18788 Foundation are:
| Designation | Exam | Professional experience | MS audit/assessment experience | SOMMS project experience | Other requirements |
| PECB Certificate Holder in ISO 18788 Foundation | Pass the PECB ISO 18788 Foundation exam | None | None | None | Signing the PECB Code of Ethics |
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